Dedicated volunteers serving alongside Cherokee County's finest
Captain Kevin Amason Reserve Unit Commander
Welcome to the Cherokee County Sheriff's Reserve Unit. As the Captain of this outstanding group of volunteers, I am proud to lead a team of men and women who are committed to serving our community.
The Reserve Unit is composed of dedicated volunteer deputies who serve alongside the full-time deputies of the Cherokee County Sheriff's Office. Our reserve deputies donate thousands of hours each year to help protect and serve the Cherokee County community.
Whether providing support at community events, assisting with patrol operations, or lending a hand during emergencies, our volunteers play a vital role in the safety and well-being of Cherokee County residents. The unit is committed to the highest standards of law enforcement and community service.
I invite you to learn more about our unit, our programs, and the many ways you can get involved. Together, we can make a difference.
— Captain Kevin Amason
POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training) certified reserve deputies complete the same certification requirements as full-time officers. They carry law enforcement authority and serve alongside full-time deputies in patrol, investigations, and special operations. POST deputies must complete a state-certified basic law enforcement training program.
Auxiliary deputies serve in a support capacity to the Cherokee County Sheriff's Office. While not POST certified, auxiliary deputies play a vital role in community events, traffic control, administrative support, and other non-enforcement activities. This path offers community members a way to contribute directly to public safety.
Bringing holiday joy to Cherokee County children since 1996
The Christmas Joy program, also known as "Shop with a Cop," has been bringing smiles to underprivileged children in Cherokee County since 1996. Each December, deputies and volunteers pair up with children to shop for Christmas gifts, providing a memorable holiday experience and building positive relationships between law enforcement and the community's youngest members.
Christmas Joy Fundraiser Coin — Support the program by purchasing a commemorative challenge coin. All proceeds go directly to providing Christmas gifts for children in need.
The Cherokee County Sheriff's K9 Unit consists of highly trained K9 teams that serve in narcotics detection, patrol, tracking, and search operations. Each K9 team — handler and dog — undergoes extensive certification and ongoing training to maintain peak performance. The K9 Unit is an essential part of the Sheriff's Office operations.
Support the K9 Unit by purchasing adorable stuffed animal replicas of the Cherokee County K9s. These plush toys make great gifts and all proceeds go directly to supporting the K9 program, including training, veterinary care, and equipment.
Support K9 UnitThe annual SWAT & K9 Calendar showcases the Cherokee County Sheriff's SWAT team and K9 Unit through professional photography. Each month features stunning images of our dedicated officers and their K9 partners in action.
Calendars are available for a suggested donation of $20 to $30 and make excellent gifts for family, friends, and supporters of law enforcement. All proceeds support the Cherokee County Sheriff's Office operations and programs.
